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About the Art League

OUR MISSION

The Art League of Bonita Springs is committed to enrich the culture of our diverse community by providing opportunities for artistic expression, education and appreciation in a supportive and nurturing environment.

VISION VALUES

Our vision is fulfilled through programs in the visual and performing arts. Art builds bridges between communities, generations and nationalities. It serves as a common denominator among all economic groups and stimulates local economies. By instilling individuals with a feeling of self-worth and confidence, art encourages positive attitudes and helps people cope with change. Art can be therapeutic. It opens people's minds to new possibilities and their hearts to new understanding. A catalyst for friendships, art provides a foundation for shared experience.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers
Jacqueline McCurdy, President
Mary Beth Crawford, Vice Pres.
Terri Cohen, Treasurer
Claire Gorman, Asst. Tr.
Joan Dixon, Asst. Tr.
Marion Haley, Asst. Tr.
Helenmary Kasper, Rec. Sec.
William Lightner, Past Pres.

Directors
Jo Beightol
Tom Falciglia
Larry Green
Honey McGrath
Bob Pierpont
William Scollard
Patt Suwyn
R.J. Vigoda
 

Executive Director
Susan Bridges

The Art League began in 1959 when Ruth Hardy gathered 15 artists and conducted the first community art classes at the old Village Clubhouse, the site of the present Community Center on Old 41 Road. As Bonita Springs has grown, the Art League has kept pace providing opportunities for artistic expression, education and appreciation in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Phase I of our 10-acre campus was opened in April of 2000, providing galleries, painting and drawing studios, offices and a lovely gift shop.

Two years later, in November of 2002, we opened Phase II, introducing our Morean Clay Studio and kiln room; our Sculpture Studios; Computer Studio and Lab; Printmaking and Photography Studio; and Art Library.

The Art League of Bonita Springs Center for the Arts is the cultural heart of the community; offering a wide variety of classes for all ages. The campus consists of classrooms, two galleries, office spaces, a library and gift shop. Members and artists of the Art League offer their time and talents to bring a variety of outreach programs to local schools, neighborhoods and organizations. The Art League hosts two National Arts Festivals each year, in January and March - drawing talented artists from all across the United States and the world.

The Center for the Arts provides year round programs in many disciplines for all who wish to learn, study or simply appreciate a wide variety of art and cultural events. The Center for the Arts is a place for all seasons and people of all ages.

Fine Art Appraisals

As a non-profit institution, the Art League of Bonita Springs, is prohibited from providing appraisals.  If you are looking for a monetary evaluation of an object for insurance or other purposes, contact a professional appraiser in your area.  Many auction houses and independent antiques dealers offer appraisal services.  Member associations such as those listed below can also refer you to specialists by region.

American Society of Appraisers

P. O. Box 17625

Washington, DC 20041

800-ASA-VALU 

www.appraisers.org

Appraisers Association of America

386 Park Avenue South,
Suite 2000

New York, NY 10016

www.appraisersassoc.org

International Society of Appraisers
206-241-0359
888-472-4732
www.isa-appraisers.org